2010 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 1979 Holden Gemini
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Holden Gemini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Holden Gemini would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL (228 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1979 Holden Gemini. (67 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1979 Holden Gemini.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Holden Gemini. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL | 1979 Holden Gemini | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Holden |
| Model | SL | Gemini |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | 7-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4582 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1298 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2410 mm |
